Job Title: Teaching Assistant Pay Rate: £85.12 - £95.13 per day Location: Cradley Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 0845 – 1445. Wednesday: 0845 – 1630 Friday: 0845 – 1315. Smart Education is currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to work in an Alternative Provision school in Cradley, supporting students in Key Stages 3 & 4 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Job Requirements for this Teaching Assistant role in Birmingham: Experience supporting students with SEMH needs – essential Experience within an alternate provision / PRU environment Strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills Ability to build trust and positive relationships with pupils A calm, patient, and resilient approach to supporting challenging behaviour Reliability, positivity, and a solution-focused mindset Benefits of working as a Teaching Assistant: Weekly pay Free CPD training Holiday pay Dedicated consultant to ensure you are satisfied with your work This role involves working with secondary-aged pupils (11–16) who may face barriers to mainstream education. You will support their learning, emotional development, and social engagement, working as part of a close-knit and experienced team. About Smart Education Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offense to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children. If you are ready to be part of a supportive team dedicated to empowering students, we want to hear from you. Apply now and join Smart Education in shaping a brighter future for students and their families